Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Periodic maintenance
M/T OIL
Inspection
OIL LEAKAGE
Make sure that gear oil is not leaking from transaxle or around it.
OIL LEVEL
- Remove filler plug (1) and gasket from transaxle case.
- Check the oil level from filler plug mounting hole as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not start engine while checking oil level.
- Set a gasket on filler plug and then install it to transaxle case.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
- Tighten filler plug to the specified torque. Refer to TM-30 "Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten the filler plug as this could cause the transaxle case to crack.
Draining
- Start engine and let it run to warm up transaxle
- Stop engine. Remove drain plug (1) and gasket, using a suitable tool and then drain gear oil.
- Set a gasket on drain plug and install it to clutch housing, using a suitable tool.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
- Tighten drain plug to the specified torque. Refer to TM-30, "Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten the filler plug as this could cause the transaxle case to crack.
Refilling
- Remove filler plug (1) and gasket from transaxle case.
- Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches the specified limit at filler plug mounting hole as shown.
Oil grade and viscosity : Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and Lubricants".
Oil capacity : Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and Lubricants".
- After refilling gear oil, check the oil level. Refer to TM-19, "Inspection".
- Set a gasket on filler plug and then install it to transaxle case.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
- Tighten filler plug to the specified torque. Refer to TM-30, "Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten the filler plug as this could cause the transaxle case to crack.
Symptom diagnosis
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
Use the chart below to find the cause of the symptom. The numbers indicate
the order of the inspection. If necessary ...
Removal and installation
SIDE OIL SEAL
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Remove front drive shafts. Refer to FAX-18, "6M/T : Removal and
Installation (LH)".
Remove differential side oil seals (1) from clu ...
Other materials:
Removal and installation
ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM
Exploded View
Accelerator pedal assembly
Brake pedal bracket
Locating hook
Locating pin
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Remove instrument lower panel LH. Refer to IP-21, "Removal and
Installation".
Disconnect the harness connector ...
Wiring diagram
Charging system
Wiring Diagram
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Terms
It is important to familiarize yourself with
the following terms before loading your
vehicle:
Curb Weight (actual weight of your
vehicle) - vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, fluids,
emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weight does not include
passen ...
